1. Bond Paper: Bond paper is a high-quality, durable, and versatile writing paper commonly used for printing documents, letters, and business communications. It is typically smooth and lightweight, making it suitable for both inkjet and laser printers.

2. Art Paper: Art paper is a heavyweight paper with a smooth surface, specifically designed for artistic purposes. It is commonly used for drawing, sketching, painting, and printmaking due to its ability to handle various art mediums effectively.

3. Cardstock: Cardstock is a thick, sturdy, and heavy paper, usually thicker than regular printing paper. It is commonly used for making greeting cards, invitations, scrapbooking, and crafting projects that require a more substantial and durable material.

4. Tissue Paper: Tissue paper is a very thin and lightweight paper known for its delicate and translucent nature. It is commonly used for wrapping gifts, crafting, and decorative purposes due to its ability to create a soft, elegant touch.

5. Newsprint: Newsprint is a low-cost, thin, and coarse paper primarily used for printing newspapers. It has a high absorption rate, making it suitable for mass printing, but it is not ideal for high-quality images or vibrant colors.

6. Construction Paper: Construction paper is a colored, heavyweight paper commonly used in schools and crafts. It is available in various vibrant colors and is popular for children’s art projects, posters, and creative activities.

7. Tracing Paper: Tracing paper is a translucent paper with a smooth surface, which allows artists to trace or transfer images accurately. It is often used in architectural and engineering drawings, as well as for creating preliminary sketches.

8. Rice Paper: Rice paper is a thin, translucent paper made from the pith of the rice paper plant (Tetrapanax papyrifer). It is commonly used in Asian art, calligraphy, and as a wrapping material for certain types of food.

9. Watercolor Paper: Watercolor paper is a thick, textured paper specifically designed for watercolor painting. It comes in various weights and surfaces (cold-pressed, hot-pressed, and rough), each offering different painting effects.

10. Greaseproof Paper: Greaseproof paper, also known as parchment paper, is a moisture-resistant paper that is coated with a thin layer of silicone. It is commonly used in baking and cooking to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier. It can also be used for various craft projects.

These are just a few examples of the many types of paper available, each designed to serve different purposes and applications in our daily lives.

I have a paper obsession. I never intended for my creativity and passion for art to lead to what friends and family would call a little crazy. But as you get to know me, I hope to share this love for paper with you. Here is a little background on where I’m coming from.

As I pursued a career in Graphic Design I quickly understood that a career in digital arts was an ever-growing necessity for businesses of all sizes. As the race to create a space for themselves in this digital era of sales and marketing, one may say print was no longer a common request. Reasons being that digital media was much more affordable, faster turnaround, and quickly generated. Which has impacted how Graphic Designers’ expectations by employers were also quickly thrown into those categories as well. The quality that comes from time and strategy is easily pressured by the high-speed our lives are in today. Social Ads can be herded through timelines endlessly and easily forgotten as our design and art are pushed down to the bottom (unless resurrected continuously by a viral standard). But, thanks to tradition or perhaps a little caring for our design history I was taught to live by a certain code of respect for the hard work designers have dedicated over the years by hand in order to successfully execute the right message visually. Its time to slow down and create the whole package. What I mean is every step in our creativity is important for business success. Take the time and utilize every inch our industry has to offer.

But how does this relate to my obsession?

My greatest experiences from being a graphic designer were the opportunities to create art and be a part of the entire process. This process, which unfortunately is easily chipped away from our role, is defined for me as creating a design from start to finish. And the digital forefront of our time is not at all the finish line. The pride I felt with my work comes from seeing my idea come alive as something I can hold in my hands. Once a design is completed in its digital stage, there is a whole other process in itself that only begins at this time. Although we will visualize a finished work during our initial planning. It is not until this time, that we now have the opportunity to decide the specific details in order to execute the perfect end result. This is my favorite part of my design process that encouraged my obsession with paper. My end result is created first by choosing the perfect selection of materials. Second, by utilizing different techniques and methods to better accent my final product. And most importantly, thinking outside the computer screen.

But this is only the beginning.

So I choose to wrap up my rant in order to welcome you to my page. Where I will hopefully and creatively share my love for paper with you and the world. And that being said, there is plenty more to come.